2008 BMW 320 vs. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 320 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
